Deflection equations, bending and shear force diagrams

This website serves as a Revision Tool and information on Civil engineering in general for students in University and Graduates. We have collated useful information, equations and tables that are commonly used in design as well providing design examples in steel, concrete, timber and masonry elements.

Concrete, steel, foundation design examples

Crane Pad Design: 8 Types

Temporary works Crane Pad Design Guide What is a Crane Pad? A crane pad, also known as an outrigger pad,

8 Types of Parapet Walls

Understanding the Construction of Parapet Walls What are Parapet Walls? Parapet walls are vertical structures at the edge of a

8 Tips to Site Hoarding Design

Guide to Construction Site Hoarding What is Site Hoarding? Site hoarding refers to a temporary structure erected around a construction

3 Types of Structural Steel Grade

The impact of Structural steel grades on Design What is the structural steel grade of steel? The term “structural steel

What is the tensile strength of Aluminium?

Tensile Strength of construction materials: Aluminium Tensile Strength of Aluminium? The tensile strength of aluminium varies depending on the specific

What is the Tensile Strength of Steel?

Tensile Strength, Ultimate Tensile Strength and minimum yield strength of Steel Tensile Strength of Steel? The tensile strength of steel

Common Construction Risks

Health and Safety on site and construction risks What are Common Construction Risks? Common construction risks include a variety of

What is Civil Engineering?

Working and Understanding the Civil Engineering Industry What is Civil Engineering? Civil engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals

What is a Principal Designer?

The roles and responsibilities of a Principal Designer What is a Principal Designer? The “Principal Designer” is a role defined